What makes iftar special at Coimbatore’s Kottaimedu mosque?

[ad_1] A sense of urgency is in the air. Ponvizha Mahal, a wedding hall in a by-lane off Eswaran Kovil Street in Kottaimedu, is enveloped in the sweet smell of biryani. With less than 45 minutes to go for iftar, the fast-breaking evening meal during Ramzan, members of the Thareekathul Islam Shafia Jamath are preparing […]

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What makes iftar special at Coimbatore’s Kottaimedu mosque?

[ad_1] A sense of urgency is in the air. Ponvizha Mahal, a wedding hall in a by-lane off Eswaran Kovil Street in Kottaimedu, is enveloped in the sweet smell of biryani. With less than 45 minutes to go for iftar, the fast-breaking evening meal during Ramzan, members of the Thareekathul Islam Shafia Jamath are preparing […]

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‘Doctor Slump’ K-Drama review: Park Shin-hye and Park Hyung-sik shine in a show about friendship, love, and healing

[ad_1] In a teary confrontation with her mother after she finds out about her mental health diagnosis, Nam Ha-neul (Park Shin-hye) tells her she has pushed herself too hard, and that this has led to an illness of the mind. Her mother (Jang Hye-jin) , though, is anything but understanding. She brings up her own […]

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Author Shobhita Narayan, on her book ‘Midaash & Maitreyi’s Magical Mayhem’, in which old fairy tales get an Indian twist

[ad_1] Shobhita Narayan, cover of her book ‘Midaash & Maitreyi’s Magical Mayhem’ | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement How about giving old fairy tales a new spin in an Indian setting? In her debut book of fiction for children aged between eight and 12, author Shobita Narayan leads her readers into a village named Gol Gumbad. […]

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Ranjan Kaul’s hybrid identities

[ad_1] Ranjan Kaul’s 2023 painting Phake Neuj is a highly effective demonstration of the kind of ‘suspended animation’ great art leaves the viewer with. Here, a bespectacled senior citizen (the glasses are a psychological trick, to imbue the subject with ‘trustworthiness’) is reading a newspaper called ‘Phake Neuj’. A friend of his is peeking into […]

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‘Bhagavathi’, a new music video by Sithara Krishnakumar’s band, Project Malabaricus, is an ode to the strength of women

[ad_1] Sithara Krishnakumar in the music video ‘Bhagavathi’ | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Celebrating the legend behind Muchilottu Bhagavathy Theyyam is ‘Bhagavathi’, a music video by Sithara Krishnakumar’ s band, Project Malabaricus. The versatile artiste, known for pushing her boundaries as a performer, musician and singer, renders a power-packed track, backed by arresting visuals. ‘Bhagavathi’, […]

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Building with purpose

[ad_1] In the world of design and aesthetics, harmony stands as a fundamental principle. It signifies a state of equilibrium, unity, and coherence where various elements converge to create a pleasing and visually appealing composition. Context-driven architecture furthers this principle by designing buildings that respond to specific environmental conditions, needs, and cultural values. 1. Climate […]

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Gujarat’s school for the visually impaired designed with a multisensory approach 

[ad_1] Eight years ago, in 2016, Viren Joshi, president of Gujarat’s Service Association for the Blind, approached Ahmedabad-based architecture practice Sealab with a unique project. This was to visit Gandhinagar’s School for the Blind and Visually Impaired Children and help him improve its living conditions and education facilities for students. A snapshot of the school’s entrance. […]

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Couturier Urvashi Kaur celebrates 15 years in fashion at Lakmé Fashion Week 

[ad_1] Designer Urvashi Kaur with celebrities and models during her show at Lakme Fashion Week 2024 at Jio World Convention centre in Mumbai, India on March 14. | Photo Credit: Perfect Shadows, FDCI x Lakme Fashion Week and RISE Worldwide In 2008, when Urvashi Kaur started her label, after working with fashion designer Neeta Paul […]

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BMW Joytown brings The Chainsmokers and Diljit Dosanjh to Mumbai

[ad_1] Electro-pop duo The Chainsmokers | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Here is something for music aficionados and motorheads to look forward to. Come April second weekend, Mumbai’s MMRDA R2 Ground in BKC will play host to BMW Joytown — a two-day fest that brings music, dance, automobiles, and food under one roof. In its second […]

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